Mugger crocodile - Yala National Park

Mugger crocodiles can be found in large numbers, basking under the sun at all the waterholes within the park.

A jackal at dusk - Yala National Park

Jackals hunt alone as opposed to dogs who hunt in pack. Highly opportunistic and intelligent, jackals eat whatever is available with least effort. This includes all kind of vertebrates and invertebrates plus  fruits and some vegetables. They readily scavenge as well.

Spotted deers at Yala

A herd of spotted deers is taking advantage of the shade of a large tree.

The leopards of Yala

Hard to spot and mostly nocturnal, the leopard is Sri Lanka's top predator. With approximately 35 leopards, Yala National Park has one of world densest leopard populations.